he CCDC is partnering with Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) to complete a Laborshed employment study for the Osceola and Clarke County areas. This study will geographically define which communities contribute to the area’s workforce, regardless of political boundaries.
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Clarke County Conservation is moving forward with development of the new Oakwood Pond, an approximately three-acre public fishing pond and natural habitat restoration project located just eight miles north of Osceola. The project will expand outdoor recreation opportunities, improve erosion control, and restore native prairie habitat through partnerships with CCDC and state and federal funding sources.
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Osceola is experiencing abnormally dry weather conditions, and the lack of consistent moisture in the soil can contribute to ground movement and settlement, putting pressure on the water pipes, making them susceptible to cracks and fractures.
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Thanks to a $30,000 Grant from CCDC, the Clarke County Sheriff’s Office has placed a new fully equipped patrol vehicle into service after a cruiser was totaled in the line of duty. The investment helped cover the high cost of upfitting and critical equipment, ensuring deputies can continue protecting our community without interruption.
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CCDC moved swiftly last week, approving a $15,000 Flashpoint Fund grant to support Clarke Community Schools student-athletes impacted by the Alley Bowl fire. With a grant committee vote on Wednesday, the funding was unanimously approved and distributed before the end of the week, reinforcing our commitment to students and community resilience.
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Unlock the secrets to stronger, more sustainable nonprofits! Clarke County Fairgrounds is proud to host the You Make THE Difference initiative on February 14, 2026, bringing nationally recognized speaker Ian Hill to our community. Board members, volunteers, and nonprofit leaders will walk away with practical tools, strategies, and inspiration to grow and sustain their organizations.
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Clarke County is taking deliberate steps to strengthen aging infrastructure, starting with the reconstruction of Bridge F4718 southwest of Osceola. County Engineer Justin Savage outlines how smart planning, cost-saving strategies, and long-term vision are improving safety and reliability across the county.
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Clarke County Hospital has earned the 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Quality, Outcomes, and Patient Perspective, compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health.
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Osceola Water Works is taking steps to counteract the effects of a seasonal West Lake event called turnover that is temporarily causing a change in the odor and taste of Osceola’s tap water.
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Clarke County Hospital is proud to announce a significant expansion of its Behavioral Health services. In addition to providing compassionate, high-quality care for adults, the hospital now offers behavioral health services to children and adolescents ages 6 and up.
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